Nutrition
Homemade spring roll
Ingredients
-6 tablespoonfuls of plain flour
-3 tablespoonfuls of margarine
-5 tablespoonfuls of mixed vegetable
-2 large onions (chopped)
-3 medium-sized chicken breast (chopped)
-Egg white as binding agent
-Salt
-Maggie cube
-Black pepper
-Oil for deep frying
Preparation
Pour plain flour into a mixing bowl
-Add salt to taste
-Add margarine and vegetable oil and mix well
-Add cold water to make a soft dough
– Allow dough to rest and prepare the stuffing
– Put your saucepan on the hub and add about a tablespoonful of oil
– Add the onion and fry for about a minute
– Add the chopped chicken breast
-Allow to cook through for about five minutes whiles turning intermittently
-Add the mixed veggies and allow on for another five minutes. Add a little water to make it saucy
-Add a little gravy powder/ flour to keep it more like gravy sauce and allow the sauce to cool
– Take the dough and with the rolling pin on the board surface, roll the dough till it becomes flat and light and cut the dough into good sizes
– Use egg white as a sticking agent and with the pastry brush, brush the egg white over the pastry.
-Put in the fillings on the individual doughs and fold them nicely, making sure all ends are nicely tucked in.
-Egg wash the rolls
-Deep fry the rolls in hot frying oil, so they don’t become soggy.
Remove when golden brown and serve with Shito or sauce.
Ingredients
-2 cups of cooked rice
-Oil
-2 pounds of fresh lobsters
-1/2 tablespoonful of grinded ginger
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/2 onion
1 cup frozen peas
-3 large carrots
-3 eggs
-3 tablespoonful of soy sauce
-2 tablespoonful of diced green onions
Preparation
-Cut lobsters into bite-sized pieces and toss for 2minutes.
-Put a saucepan on fire and add a tablespoonful of oil.
-Stir in diced onion, garlic, peas, carrots and other vegetables.
-Add rice and stir to coat. Stir occasionally until rice is warmed through.
-Add soy sauce to the rice and stir well
-Remove from heat and serve.
Benefits of Lobsters
Snack (Baobab drink)
Ingredients
-Condensed milk
-5 tablespoonful of honey (optional)
-1 teaspoonful of flavour (vanilla or strawberry essence)
Preparation
-Place 2 tablespoonful of baobab powder in a bowl and mix with water.
-Set mixture aside for it to dissolve properly.
-Sieve the baobab mixture to remove lumps and fibre for a smooth drink.
– Add honey or sugar, milk and flavour to your taste.
-Best served chilled.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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Lobster is a nutritious seafood that provides several health benefits. It is rich in protein, vitamins, minerals and healthy nutrients that support the proper functioning of the body.
– Builds and repairs body tissues: Lobster is rich in high-quality protein, which helps build muscles and repair damaged tissues.
-Supports brain health: It contains vitamin B12, which helps maintain healthy nerves and supports proper brain function.
Strengthens the immune system: Lobster contains zinc and selenium, minerals that help the body fight infections and protect cells.
– Promotes healthy bones: It provides phosphorus and some calcium, which contribute to strong bones and teeth.
–Supports heart health: Lobster contains omega-3 fatty acids, which may help support cardiovascular health.
–Prevents anaemia: Its vitamin B12 and iron content help the body produce healthy red blood cells.
–Supports thyroid function: Lobster contains iodine, which the thyroid gland needs to produce hormones that regulate metabolism.
–Helps maintain healthy skin: Its protein and zinc contribute to skin growth, repair and maintenance.
Supports energy production: Vitamin B12 and other B vitamins help the body convert food into energy.
Helps maintain healthy muscles: Its protein and potassium support muscle function and maintenance.Health.com
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